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California’s Summer Food Program for Children , also known as SUN Bucks, provides $120 per eligible child to help famili...
05/26/2026

California’s Summer Food Program for Children , also known as SUN Bucks, provides $120 per eligible child to help families buy food during the summer when school is out. SUN Bucks cards, which work just like CalFresh benefits, will begin arriving in late May and will continue to be delivered through this fall.

Most eligible families do not need to take any action, as children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals, or receive CalFresh, California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs), and/or Medi-Cal are automatically enrolled. Children will also be automatically enrolled if their school identifies them as being in foster care, experiencing homelessness, or part of a migrant family.

Families of children who are not automatically enrolled may apply by submitting a school meal application or Universal Benefits Application to their child’s school by August 31, 2026, to receive SUN Bucks benefits for summer 2026.

For cardholder assistance, the SUN Bucks helpline is available 24/7 at (877) 328-9677. Live agents are available Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. To check your benefit balance and claim status, visit the California EBT cardholder website.

Pertussis (also known as whooping cough) is a highly contagious bacterial disease that can be spread by coughing. People...
05/22/2026

Pertussis (also known as whooping cough) is a highly contagious bacterial disease that can be spread by coughing. People with pertussis may have severe coughing attacks that can last for months. Newborns are at the highest risk for complications of pertussis.

As whooping cough cases continue to increase in nearby areas, including Monterey County, public health officials are reminding residents to stay up to date on recommended immunizations.

Whooping cough can spread easily and symptoms may vary by age. In children, pertussis often begins with a cough and runny nose for 1–2 weeks before worsening into rapid coughing fits that may end with a “whooping” sound. Young infants may not have a typical cough but can experience episodes where they stop breathing or their face turns red or purple.

Vaccination remains the best protection for children, teens, adults, and pregnant individuals. Adult healthcare workers and individuals who care for infants should make sure they have received at least one dose of the pertussis vaccine (Tdap) to help prevent spreading infection to those most at risk.

Most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, cover the cost of pertussis immunizations. If your child is entering childcare, kindergarten, or seventh grade this fall, make sure to contact your medical provider early to confirm their immunizations are up to date and meet school entry requirements.

To find an immunization provider near you, visit https://myturn.cdph.ca.gov/.

For more information about whooping cough, visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/pages/immunization/pertussis.aspx.

On May 5, 2026, the Solano County Board of Supervisors recognized May 2026 as Older Americans Month in Solano County, ho...
05/22/2026

On May 5, 2026, the Solano County Board of Supervisors recognized May 2026 as Older Americans Month in Solano County, honoring an estimated 112,500 residents aged 60 and over whose time, experience, and contributions continue to strengthen families and communities across the County.

This year’s national theme, “Champion Your Health,” highlights prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as the foundation of healthy aging, encouraging older adults to stay active, engaged, and supported in all aspects of well-being.

The recognition emphasized that communities thrive when families, caregivers, and local partners work together to empower older adults and people with disabilities to lead healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives. It also reaffirmed Solano County’s commitment to providing services and programs that help older adults thrive, including ongoing efforts through the Solano County Master Plan on Aging and Disability to expand access to resources and support healthy aging choices.

Do you know a Solano County resident who is 100 years old or older?Solano County is hosting its 20th Anniversary Centena...
05/21/2026

Do you know a Solano County resident who is 100 years old or older?

Solano County is hosting its 20th Anniversary Centenarian Commemoration Celebration this fall to honor the legacies of residents who are 100 years of age or older.

Each year, the celebration shines a spotlight on the stories of the County’s oldest residents, preserving their history, honoring their contributions, and recognizing the invaluable role older adults play in shaping the community. As part of the commemoration, participating centenarians are invited to share their life stories through personal interviews, which are featured in a commemorative video presentation and preserved in a hardcover yearbook for families and future generations.

To nominate a centenarian, please email [email protected] or call (707) 784-6129 by August 1, 2026, and include the following:
• Name
• Address
• Phone number
• Best contact email address

On May 5, 2026, the Solano County Board of Supervisors officially recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month and Ma...
05/20/2026

On May 5, 2026, the Solano County Board of Supervisors officially recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month and May 4–10, 2026 as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week in Solano County.🤱🌸

These observances provide an opportunity to highlight the importance of mental wellness at every stage of life, including during pregnancy and postpartum, while emphasizing early intervention, crisis response, and access to care. In California, 1 in 3 individuals reports symptoms of depression or anxiety during or after pregnancy, underscoring the need for early identification, reducing barriers to care, and strengthening community-based support for individuals and families.

This need is reflected in ongoing efforts across Solano County. In 2025, Solano County Behavioral Health served more than 7,300 individuals with mental health services, while crisis response programs continued supporting adults, youth, and families throughout the county. Solano County also continues to prioritize maternal mental health through its Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) efforts, including initiatives like Safe Spaces: Enhancing Perinatal Mental Wellness at Home, which expands access to in-home screening, therapy, crisis intervention, and evidence-based support for pregnant and parenting individuals.

Together, these efforts reflect this year’s Mental Health Awareness Month theme, “More Good Days, Together,” and a shared commitment to prevention, support, recovery, and strengthening overall well-being for our community. 💜🌿

May is officially designated as California Human Milk Donation Month. This month we highlight the need for donor milk fo...
05/18/2026

May is officially designated as California Human Milk Donation Month. This month we highlight the need for donor milk for medically fragile infants, encourage donations and celebrate milk donors. 💛

For the first time, the Solano County Collection Center is partnering with Mother’s Milk Bank California for a virtual milk drive! We’re helping raise awareness, celebrate milk donors, and encourage eligible families to donate.

Interested in becoming a donor? Start the pre-screening process by scanning the QR code on the flyer or clicking the link below to begin the pre-screening process: https://mothersmilk.org/donate/become-a-donor/Solano-May2026/.

Approved donors who sign up through this link will receive a milestone blanket in their first cooler shipment. 🍼✨

Happy National Nurses Week! (May 6–12) 🩺Over five million nurses comprise the largest group of professionals in the heal...
05/06/2026

Happy National Nurses Week! (May 6–12) 🩺

Over five million nurses comprise the largest group of professionals in the healthcare sector in the United States. At Solano County Health and Social Services (H&SS), we are honored to have approximately 60 nurses and nurse practitioners serving the community in a variety of programs and settings, including Family Health Services, Behavioral Health, Child Welfare Services, Foster Care, Older & Disabled Adult Services, Solano County detention facilities, and several Public Health programs including Communicable Disease and Tuberculosis Control, Nurse-Family Partnership, Community IMPACT Nursing, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, Healthy Families America, and California Children’s Services.

We are grateful for our nurses who show up every day with dedication and compassion. Through education, outreach, prevention, and support, their impact is felt throughout these programs and makes a meaningful difference every day in improving the health of families across Solano County.

Welcoming, caring, and always glad to share a hello, thank you to our nurses 💙

Today is Administrative Professionals Day, observed annually on the last Wednesday of April. This day recognizes the ess...
04/22/2026

Today is Administrative Professionals Day, observed annually on the last Wednesday of April. This day recognizes the essential contributions of administrative staff who support the effective operation of Solano County’s public services and programs.

Within Health & Social Services, we are proud to recognize more than 300 administrative professionals whose work strengthens the services that impact the health, safety, and well-being of our community. Collectively across Solano County departments, more than 508 administrative professionals serve in roles such as Office Assistants, Inventory Clerks, Administrative and Legal Secretaries, Clerical Operations Supervisors, and many others.

Our administrative employees play a vital role in supporting the programs and services that improve the health and well‑being of Solano County residents. Today, we recognize and appreciate their ongoing commitment, professionalism, adaptability, and dedication.

Solano Public Health is proud to acknowledge its Napa-Solano-Yolo-Marin County Regional Public Health Laboratory for rec...
04/16/2026

Solano Public Health is proud to acknowledge its Napa-Solano-Yolo-Marin County Regional Public Health Laboratory for recently receiving the Healthiest Laboratory Award from the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL).

The Healthiest Laboratory Award honors laboratories in local health jurisdictions that show an outstanding commitment to employee health and wellness while actively reducing their environmental impact through holistic practices and policies. This commitment is made possible through a strong collaboration between Solano County Health and Social Services and the Napa Solano Yolo Marin County Regional Public Health Laboratory to integrate countywide wellness initiatives and laboratory specific safety practices that protect staff, the community, and the environment from biological and chemical hazards.

Formal recognition of this award will occur in May 2026 at the APHL Annual Conference Awards Breakfast in Baltimore, Maryland.

April 6-12, 2026 is National Public Health Week. Today’s theme is Keep It Moving Challenge! Solano Public Health is comm...
04/12/2026

April 6-12, 2026 is National Public Health Week.

Today’s theme is Keep It Moving Challenge!

Solano Public Health is committed to advancing equitable health outcomes for all residents by providing access to resources and opportunities that support healthy, active lifestyles.

Today, we recognize the Nutrition Services Bureau. Within the bureau, the Women, Infants, & Children program (WIC) plays a central role in providing essential nutrition support for women, infants, and children. WIC also includes several programs such as the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program, Farmers Market Nutrition Program, Books for Kids, and the Summer Meals Program, each designed to support families with access to healthy foods, education, and resources.

To learn more about Nutrition Services, visit: https://www.solanocounty.gov/government/health-social-services-hss/solano-public-health/nutrition-services-bureau.

For more information about National Public Health Week, visit: www.NPHW.org.

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